shoot out (something) - to stick or throw something outward The man shot out his foot from under the table and made his friend fall down. shoot straight - to act fairly, to deal honestly with someone The salesman always shoots straight when he is dealing with his customers. shoot the breeze/bull - to talk idly I met my friend at the supermarket and we decided to shoot the breeze for a few minutes. shoot the works - to spare no expense or effort to do something They are planning to shoot the works with the victory celebration for the Olympic athletes. shoot up - to grow quickly The.
